Ref. #8C717E · 130F-5
Mushroom Basket
22%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Mushroom Basket Technical Profile
What color is Mushroom Basket? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #8C717E. Colors similar to Mushroom Basket include Vista Paint Charming Violet, Hirshfield's Charming Violet, Kilz Burgundy Frost. Mushroom Basket has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 22, Mushroom Basket creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Mushroom Basket pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Mushroom Basket
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mushroom Basket
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mushroom Basket
#8C717E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8483
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mushroom Basket
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mushroom Basket Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Mushroom Basket.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mushroom Basket — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mushroom Basket have?
Mushroom Basket by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Mushroom Basket from other brands?
The closest matches are Charming Violet by Vista Paint (#8D7280), Charming Violet by Hirshfield's (#8C7281), Burgundy Frost by Kilz (#8C7284). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Mushroom Basket?
Mushroom Basket has an LRV of 22.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mushroom Basket's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.